Wisma Putra said in a statement here today that Manmohan will be accompanied by his wife, Gursharan Kaur, and a 16-member official entourage.
For the past 53 years, both countries (Malaysia and India) have enjoyed an excellent relationship and at the core of this warm and friendly relations are the long-standing people-to-people contact and close historical and economic links.
"The visit will mark yet another milestone in the development of Malaysia-India bilateral relations while reinforcing mutual trust, confidence and understanding both countries.
"Furthermore, the visit will also allow both prime ministers to follow up on the agreements and understandings achieved during Najib's visit to India," Wisma Putra said.
During the visit, Manmohan will be accorded an official welcoming ceremony at Dataran Perdana in Putrajaya, followed by a meeting where they are expected to discuss issues related to bilateral, regional and international relations.
They are also scheduled to witness the signing of several government-to-government agreements and memorandums of understanding.
Manmohan and his wife would also have an audience with Yang di-Pertuan Agong Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin and Raja Permaisuri Agong Tuanku Nur Zahirah at Istana Negara.
One of the highlights of the visit would be the joint launching of the “Little India” in Brickfields by both prime ministers.
Najib and his wife, Rosmah Mansor will host an official dinner in honour of their guests at Seri Perdana, Putrajaya.
Wisma Putra said Najib and Manmohan are also scheduled to officially inaugurate the first meeting of the Malaysia-India CEO Forum, while the Indian premier is scheduled to deliver a lecture at the Khazanah Global Lectures.
- Bernama
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